ECPI University, the School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute Medical Assisting Associate Roanoke, Virginia

Students in the medical assisting program at ECPI University learn a range of clinical and administrative functions, medical terminology, phlebotomy, patient care, and certification preparation. The curriculum covers Medical Terminology, Medical Coding & Billing, Pharmacology, Ethics, Phlebotomy, Pathophysiology, and Medical Office Procedures. General education courses include Human Anatomy & Physiology, College Composition, and Introduction to Psychology. The program provides 1,170 contact hours and offers online course options.

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Key Skills Taught:

• Clinical and Administrative Functions
• Medical Terminology
• Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures
• Patient Care
• Certification Preparation

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Program Outcomes:

• Critical Thinking
• Professional Competence
• Certification Eligibility
• Comprehensive Preparation

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For more details, refer to the program guide on the ECPI University website.

The program length for the Medical Assisting Associate program at ECPI University is 15 months.

The School of Health Science, Medical Careers Institute, at ECPI University offers a range of programs in health sciences, including Master's, Bachelor's, and Associate's degrees in Nursing, as well as other health-related fields.